Calories in Sweet potato
Sweet potato contains 86 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 medium (150 g) — carries about 129 kcal.
Nearly the same calories as a regular potato, with more fibre and beta-carotene.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 medium (150 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | 129 kcal |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 2.4 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g | 30 g |
| Fibre | 3 g | 4.5 g |
| Sugars | 4.2 g | 6.3 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~32 minutes
~13 minutes
Approximate, for a ~129 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in sweet potato?
Sweet potato contains 86 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 medium (150 g) — carries about 129 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does sweet potato have?
Per 100 g: 1.6 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 20 g carbohydrates, of which 3 g fibre and 4.2 g sugars.
Is sweet potato suitable for a diet?
Yes — at 86 kcal per 100 g, sweet potato is a low-calorie food that fits easily into a weight-loss plan. Nearly the same calories as a regular potato, with more fibre and beta-carotene.
How much does one serving of sweet potato weigh?
The typical serving is 1 medium (150 g) — about 150 g, which equals ~129 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of sweet potato?
Roughly 32 minutes of brisk walking or 13 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.